Crawford County emergency assistance program can no longer accept applications

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Crawford County emergency assistance program can no longer accept applications

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Updated: 9:07 AM CDT Jul 11, 2014

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WEBVTT 40/29 News just learned that a program helping people with energy bills is running out of money 40/29's Pedro Rivera is live -- Pedro, what happened? Someone with the Crawford Sebastian Community Development Council posted this sign on the door, saying you can't sign up for help any more. The low income housing energy assistance program relies on money from the federal government. This year the summer program received no funds and used money left over money from the winter assistance program. People with low incomes, senior citizens, and people with disabilities were helped first. Live in Fort Smith Pedro Rivera 40/29 News Thousands of people applied for help Your next chance to get the Salvation Army's summer assistance is August 4th. The Salvation Army only pays for energy bills within 60 days, and it's for those who need it the most. They will also pay your water bill. Community Service Clearinghouse also has programs for emergency assistance only. You'll need to bring proof of insurance when you make your appointment with

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Crawford County emergency assistance program can no longer accept applications